Bhubaneswar: Bishnupada Sethi, Principal Secretary of the Odia Language, Literature and Culture has lauded Utkal Keshari Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab’s inspirational legacy.
Shri Sethi was speaking as Chief Guest of the occasion. Director Culture, Bijaya Ketan Upadhyay graced the occasion.
Principal Secretary has emphasized the importance of drawing inspiration from Dr.Mahatab’s work and shared that the exhibitions aim to familiarize the youth with Mahatab’s life, dedication and his enduring contributions to Odisha.
As part of the 125th birth anniversary celebration of Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab, a series of events are set to take place from November 21 to 23.
The state government has announced year-long activities to honour Dr.Mahatab’s legacy. In line with these celebrations, a special art camp dedicated to the life of Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab was held at the Kalinga Art Gallery, Bhubaneswar .
The workshop took place from November 10 to 12 and featured 30 distinguished artists from different districts of Odisha. Their artworks, based on the life and contributions of Dr. Mahatab, will be featured in upcoming exhibitions.
Artists have beautifully illustrated Mahatab’s life through their paintings, which will be displayed in various exhibitions. This initiative, taken by the Department of Odia Language, Literature & Culture, seeks to introduce the youth to Mahatab’s achievements and values, encouraging them to draw inspiration from his life and work.
At the closing ceremony all the artists were felicitiated by the Cheif Guest Shri Sethi. Director of Culture, Bijay Ketan Upadhyay, Principal of Bibhuti Kanungo College of Fine Arts, Subrat Mallik and other senior officials of culture department were present in the event.
The efforts of the Department of Culture to honour Mahatab’s legacy and inspire the youth were welcomed by the intellectual community, who expressed admiration for this homage to one of Odisha’s great sons.